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How much do assistant vice president operations jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant vice president operations in the United States is $157,532.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $115,000.00 and $190,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an assistant vice president operations do?

An Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Operations oversees the daily functioning and efficiency of a company's operational processes. They work closely with senior leadership to develop strategic plans, manage teams, optimize workflows, and ensure that company goals are met. AVPs of Operations often analyze performance data, implement process improvements, and support compliance with company policies and regulations. Their role is crucial to ensuring smooth and effective business operations while supporting growth and profitability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant vice president operations?

To thrive as an Assistant Vice President Operations, you typically need strong leadership abilities, operational management experience, and a bachelor's or master's degree in business administration or a related field. Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, process improvement methodologies like Six Sigma, and relevant industry certifications are highly valuable. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and strategic thinking skills help you effectively manage teams and drive organizational success. These competencies ensure efficient operations, support company growth, and foster a high-performance culture.

How does an assistant vice president operations typically collaborate with other departments to drive organizational success?

An Assistant Vice President of Operations often works closely with leaders from departments such as finance, human resources, and sales to align operational strategies with broader business goals. This role frequently involves cross-functional meetings, project management, and process improvement initiatives that require input and coordination from multiple teams. Effective communication and stakeholder management skills are essential, as success in this position often depends on building consensus and ensuring smooth execution across departments. This collaborative environment offers valuable exposure to various business functions and can pave the way for advancement into more senior leadership roles.

What is the difference between Assistant Vice President Operations vs Operations Manager?

AspectAssistant Vice President OperationsOperations Manager
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, often advanced certifications in management or industry-specific fieldsBachelor's degree, relevant certifications may be preferred
Work EnvironmentStrategic planning, high-level decision making, executive collaborationOverseeing daily operations, team management, process improvement
Employer & Industry UsageFinancial services, healthcare, large corporationsManufacturing, retail, logistics, smaller to mid-sized companies
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding senior operational roles, career progressionManaging daily operations, team leadership

The Assistant Vice President Operations typically holds a higher strategic role with broader responsibilities and requires more advanced credentials. In contrast, the Operations Manager focuses on daily operational management and team oversight. Both roles are vital in their respective contexts, but the AVP is more involved in long-term planning and executive collaboration.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Vice President Operations job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $157,532 per year, or $75.7 per hour.

Assistant Vice President Operations

HCA Healthcare

San Antonio, TX • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Assist in planning, development, and implementation of strategic initiatives for surgery centers within the market.

  • Help create operational efficiencies between surgery centers and oversee market-wide initiatives such as productivity, staffing, and supply expense management.

  • Support the Vice President of Operations with activities including governance, physician partnership meetings, managed care contracting, and market supply savings initiatives.


HCA Healthcare rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

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Job description

This position is incentive eligible.
Introduction

Want to join a team of daring managers who care without reservations or limits? Our Surgery Ventures team is looking for an Assistant Vice President Operations. Surgery Ventures powered by HCA Healthcare is an advanced healthcare network that has committed up to $300 million to our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

HCA Healthcare offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  • Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  • Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  • Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  • Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  • Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  • Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  • Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  • Colleague recognition program
  • Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  • Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA Healthcare is committed to research and clinical protocols. Do you want to impact standards of care and save lives across the country? Apply today to our Assistant Vice President Operations and be a part of the innovation of ideas.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The AVP of Operations provides support to the Division Vice President of Operations for the overall operational leadership for a portfolio of centers within a specific market / territory of Surgery Ventures Group (SVG). Assists where needed and directed for all ASC operations and Physician Partnership activity while ensuring the Centers comply with requirements of any governmental or regulatory body. The AVP of Operations assists the Vice President of Operations with both new development, acquisition and business development activity.  In addition, the AVP of Operations will oversee various market wide initiatives as assigned by the Vice President of Operations. 


What you will do in this role:  


  •  Assist in planning, development, and implementation of long term and short term strategic initiatives for surgery centers within the Division market. 
  • Assist in creating operating efficiencies between surgery centers when / where possible, within their market/division. 
  • Shared responsibility with Vice Presidents of Operations for membership of Division center Governing Boards and Board of Managers, as well as attendance at Physician Partnership meetings. 
  • Provides input for managed care contracting to ensure market initiatives are met. 
  • Assist VPO as needed with recruitment and hiring the most qualified ethically sound, and economically effective executive management personnel for the ambulatory surgery centers within the market/territory. 
  • Preparation and presentation of operational and financial reports as required. 
  • Key market contact between Division ASC’s and Central Supply Chain leadership. Oversight of market supply savings initiatives. 
  • Directs the following market wide initiatives: Productivity-Staffing Expense Management/Improvement and Supply Expense Management. 
  • Practices and adheres to the “Code of Conduct” philosophy and “Mission and Value Statement”.  
  • Other duties as assigned based on business operational needs.  

What qualifications you will need:    


  • Bachelor’s Degree in Health, Business Administration or a related field is required; however, a Master’s degree is highly preferred. 
  • Equivalent work experience may substitute degree requirement. 
  • Minimum 5 years of experience within a surgery center, ASC Central Business Office, Hospital or related field is required. 
  • Multi-facility experience preferred. 



"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to its patients, colleagues and communities. Help guide our team as an Assistant Vice President Operations and help us improve more lives in more ways.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.


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